HIS PRESENCE
Today's reading:  1 Samuel 6-10

"So they sent messengers to the people of Kiriath-jearim and told them, The Philistines have returned the Ark of the Lord.  Please come here and get it!"  1 Samuel 6:21 NLT

God's presence sometimes makes us uncomfortable.

Knowing what it is He wants us to do goes against most of our own natural inclinations.

Doing what He asks moves us, at times, out of our comfortable spots and into new territory, scary territory.  Territory we wouldn't choose if left to our own opinions on the matter.

His seeing eyes look deeper into our hearts and souls than we would care anyone see.  He sees all of us, entirely.  He knows more than our faces, words or actions show--He sees the attitude of our hearts.

His presence causes changes in our routines, days, lives...changes we're not always willing to make or accept.  We don't feel like we should do what we've always done.  We are inspired to do more for others than we've ever wanted to do.

So, like the folks of Beth-shemesh, we ignore His presence or distract ourselves with other thoughts or projects.

What will you do in His presence today?  Will you allow it to change you?  Will you ask Him to go on His way until another time?  Will you close your eyes, stick your fingers in your ears and hum a tune that diverts attention?